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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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